Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Landscaping & Garden Design Services
Founded by Chartered Landscape Architect Paul Cowell, PC Landscapes has dedicated over three decades to crafting gardens designed for life. Recognised for technical expertise and landscape creation, we combine client trust with environmental stewardship across private residential and award-winning show gardens. Our projects span contemporary homes to country estates, ensuring seamless integration with natural surroundings.As a proud member of the RHS Sustainability Think Tank and Gold Champion for the BALI Chalk Fund, we prioritise biodiversity and community engagement. Our work, featured by RHS, BALI, BBC, and ITV, reflects meticulous attention to detail and industry-leading standards, offering clients peace of mind through transparent, professional service delivery.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping Contractor
Sustainable Gardens
Biodiversity Net Gain
Paragraph 80 Support
Outdoor Kitchens
Pools & Water Features
Stone Walls
Decking & Pergolas
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of technical expertise in landscape architecture.
- Our projects integrate sustainable practices and biodiversity enhancements.
- Award-winning work featured by RHS, BALI, BBC, and ITV.
- We provide tailored solutions for both contemporary and listed properties.
- Our team includes specialists in biodiversity net gain compliance.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Sustainability Think Tank
- BALI Chalk Fund (Gold Champion)
What people say
Friendly, transparent and truly professional
Amazing dealing with our garden
Designs that respect architectural heritage
Support for clients with no gardening knowledge
Award-winning technical precision
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates tailored outdoor spaces that harmonise with architectural styles and natural surroundings. Combining creativity with technical expertise, we deliver functional and aesthetically pleasing gardens for contemporary and historic properties. Each design integrates sustainable materials and biodiversity-enhancing features, ensuring long-term ecological benefits while meeting client-specific lifestyle needs.
Landscaping Contractor
As full-service landscaping contractors, we execute complex garden builds with precision, from earthworks to final detailing. Our team manages projects of all scales, ensuring seamless implementation of designs while maintaining strict quality standards. Specialised capabilities include sustainable drainage systems, structural planting, and integration of luxury outdoor amenities like kitchens and pools.
Biodiversity Net Gain
We help clients meet Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements through habitat creation and enhancement strategies. Our experts develop tailored plans to achieve 10-20% biodiversity improvements, incorporating native planting, wildlife corridors, and sustainable land management practices. This service supports planning applications while contributing positively to local ecosystems in compliance with UK government regulations.
Paragraph 80 Support
Specialist support for Paragraph 80(e) planning applications in protected landscapes, including Green Belt and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We create landscape designs that demonstrate exceptional quality, contextual sensitivity, and minimal environmental impact, working closely with architects to ensure compliance with stringent rural development criteria and enhance approval chances.
Outdoor Kitchens
Design and installation of high-end outdoor kitchens that extend living spaces into gardens. Using durable, weather-resistant materials and premium fixtures, we create functional culinary areas integrated with surrounding landscapes. These spaces combine practicality with aesthetic appeal, featuring bespoke layouts tailored to client entertaining needs and property architecture.
People
Paul Cowell
Founder & Chartered Landscape Architect
With over 30 years of experience, Paul established PC Landscapes as a leader in technical landscape design. His expertise spans sustainable practices, biodiversity initiatives, and complex rural developments, including pioneering work with the BALI Chalk Fund to support emerging landscaping professionals.
Questions
What areas do PC Landscapes serve?
We operate across Surrey, Hampshire, and surrounding regions, including Ashtead, Farnham, Guildford, and Winchester.
Can you help with Biodiversity Net Gain compliance?
Yes, our specialists develop strategies to achieve 10-20% biodiversity improvements required under UK planning regulations.
Do you handle both design and construction?
We offer full-service solutions from concept design through to project completion and garden aftercare.
How do you approach Paragraph 80 planning applications?
We create landscape designs that demonstrate exceptional quality, contextual sensitivity, and minimal environmental impact to support rural development approvals.
What sustainability practices do you use?
Our methods include native planting, rainwater harvesting, sustainable material sourcing, and habitat creation initiatives.
